JPC - 206365 - Lead Java Developer

Lead Java Developer – Contract to Hire (Columbus, OH – Onsite Interview Required)

About the Role

Join a technology-driven team as a Lead Java Developer, designing and delivering innovative IT solutions that drive business value and enhance customer experience. Leverage your expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and cloud platforms to guide high-impact projects within a collaborative, agile environment. This is a 3–6 month contract to hire position with significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust Java applications aligned with enterprise architecture standards.

• Own the technical delivery of projects, mentoring team members and collaborating with cross-functional partners.

• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions that meet organizational objectives.

• Lead the development and deployment of microservices, RESTful APIs, and cloud-native applications.

• Drive DevOps practices, ensuring quality, automation, and continuous integration using modern CI/CD tools.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications to ensure high performance and reliability.

• Communicate effectively with business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure project success.

• Maintain and manage code repositories, architectural documentation, and deployment pipelines.

• Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on software engineering experience.

• Advanced proficiency with Java, Spring, Spring Boot, REST API, and microservices architecture.

• Demonstrated experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) – Azure or AWS considered.

• Strong background in containerization, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), and DevOps methodologies.

• Expertise with SQL, Oracle, MySQL, DB2, and database optimization.

• Experience building and consuming web services using J2EE, JAX-RS, Swagger, and API documentation tools.

• Proficiency with IBM DataPower Gateway, IBM Integration Service Bus (IIB/ACE), and IBM MQ Websphere.

• Leadership experience in guiding development teams and partnering with business stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

• Preferred Skills

• Experience with GCP products: Cloud Run, Terraform, Big Data, Big Query.

• Knowledge of fraud technology and JWT authentication.

• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Kanban delivery frameworks.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Growth opportunity into a permanent leadership role.

• Exposure to cutting-edge cloud and integration technologies.

• Dynamic, fast-paced team environment with high-impact projects.

• Direct collaboration with business and operational leaders.

• How to Apply Submit your updated resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a single onsite interview round in Columbus, OH. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.